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Leaf Spot in Peace Lily

How to identify and treat leaf spot in Peace Lily.

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Peace Lily care requirements

water
Weekly; keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
soil
Rich, well-draining potting mix.
light
Low to medium indirect light. No direct sun.
symptoms

Symptoms to look for in Peace Lily

Brown or black spots on leaves, sometimes with a yellow halo, occasionally with a slightly raised or crusty texture.

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Common causes in Peace Lily

Fungal or bacterial leaf spot takes hold more easily on foliage that stays wet from misting directly onto leaves or from water sitting in the crown of the plant.

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How to treat leaf spot in Peace Lily

Remove and destroy affected leaves, mist around the plant rather than directly onto leaves, and apply a fungicide if spotting spreads.

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Preventing leaf spot in Peace Lily

Raise humidity with a pebble tray or humidifier rather than misting the leaves directly, and water at the soil level.